Arizona wants its BuildItAZ apprenticeship program to fill 20,000 construction jobs by the end of the decade. And so far, 3,000 registered apprentices have come out of the 2023 program.
It’s part of a push to bolster the construction workforce, with an emphasis on hands-on training and steady, supportive income that advocates say often makes the difference.
The latest $3 million in funding is Arizona’s largest investment in the program so far.
Officials say they plan to grow program capacity, remove barriers like childcare or transportation, and better reach underserved and rural communities.
A new statewide outreach campaign is also on the way, with a focus on bringing more women and Spanish speakers onto the jobsite.
By 2026, the hope is to double the number of apprentices to meet a rising demand for skilled workers.
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The U.S. Education Department has sent a public letter to colleges and universities across the country, asking a series of questions. -
The law, which passed last year, is now in effect as schools start back up this month. The list of banned additives includes colored food dyes and potassium bromide, which are linked to negative health outcomes, including stomach issues and some cancers. -
The Scottsdale Unified School District is considering whether to close more of its campuses. A public hearing has been set for Sept. 22. -
Childcare is notoriously expensive. The market value in our state is $10,764 a year. That’s nearly as much as a year of in-state tuition at ASU. -
There was a 1958 film called “A Night to Remember” before the 1997 James Cameron blockbuster, a Tony Award winning musical and countless books. And, now you can immerse yourself in the disaster in a whole new way. “Titanic: Immersive Voyage” opened in Old Town Scottsdale last month.
